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Our top choices for San Rafael hotels

A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.

1. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place"
Canada
Marco
The price is ￥11,528
￥30,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

2. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,239 reviews)
"Great place and near the airport."
United States
Kristil
The price is ￥17,332
￥19,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel, we have stayed there many times."
United States
Richard
The price is ￥17,946
￥20,279 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

4. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,709 reviews)
"Great spot to stay. So close to airport with free shuttle."
United States
Rachelle
The price is ￥19,419
￥21,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,161 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is ￥18,482
￥20,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Pool

6. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,763 reviews)
"Convenient to the airport and great place to stay. Great breakfast too!"
United States
John Ross
The price is ￥17,962
￥20,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

7. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Pozos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful staff, good location and parking. Excellent breakfast."
Canada
Phil
The price is ￥15,441
￥17,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A modern lobby with a high ceiling, geometric light fixtures, and contemporary furniture.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
3.5 star property
Santa Ana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great location and very clean and great breakfast with local flair"
United States
Ronald
The price is ￥19,419
￥21,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating, a green wall with hanging plants, and large windows.

9. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
4.0 star property
San José
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Location to parque vivas was great."
United States
Claudia
The price is ￥18,592
￥21,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Ciudad Cariari
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,480 reviews)
"Property was very nice, with clean rooms, friendly staff and good breakfast options. Close proximity to the airport as well. Overall a very good hotel"
Canada
Shaharyar
The price is ￥13,920
￥15,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.

11. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2,119 reviews)
"Always love my stay at this facility , always wonderful staff.."
United States
Grevin Rodolfo
The price is ￥13,676
￥15,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
A swimming pool with a view of a sunset and buildings in the background.

12. Studio Hotel Boutique

Studio Hotel Boutique
4.0 star property
Santa Ana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,039 reviews)
"Recommend to anyone who is looking for a clean, well maintained, safe hotel. Would stay again."
United States
Irina
The price is ￥16,730
￥18,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Studio Hotel Boutique
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

13. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
La Asunción
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, well kept and located!!"
United States
KRISTIAN
The price is ￥25,052
￥28,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

14. Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
San Antonio
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice Hotel, friendly staff."
Canada
Michael
The price is ￥12,995
￥14,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Aeropuerto
A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

15. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,526 reviews)
"Great experience, good breakfast, clean room, nice pool"
United States
Jacob
The price is ￥12,968
￥14,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Mango
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.

16. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
Pozos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (381 reviews)
"Nice location, not too far from the airport. There were a lot of restaurants across the street. I love that breakfast was included. The staff were very helpful in the rooms were very clean and organized."
United States
Anessa
The price is ￥15,441
￥17,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

17. La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
San Antonio de Belen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, great food."
United States
Arthur
The price is ￥17,284
￥19,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
La Riviera Hotel B&B
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

18. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (707 reviews)
"Great Hotel ,staff was very friendly and helpful and very clean"
United States
Lavasha
The price is ￥18,616
￥21,036 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

19. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
3.5 star property
La Ribera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (526 reviews)
"Clean rooms great staff and good breakfast"
Canada
Jean Pierre
The price is ￥23,949
￥27,062 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
A nighttime view of a landscaped garden with illuminated pathways and a building in the background.

20. Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel
3.5 star property
San Antonio
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (686 reviews)
"Had free airport shuttle, wonderful staff, poo table and games. Restaurant on site was also amazing."
United States
Krystal
The price is ￥10,436
￥14,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Brillasol Airport Hotel
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Learn more about San Rafael

Colorful colonial architecture frames San Rafael's central plaza where locals gather for weekend markets and traditional music. Nearby Poás Volcano National Park offers misty hiking trails with views of its striking turquoise crater lake.

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A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in San Rafael?
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Two other options for your visit to the area are Barceló San José and Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Rafael.
What are some of the best vacation rentals that San Rafael has to offer?
4BR Casa Peces Santa Ana, Private Indoor Pool & Sauna!: This vacation home rental outside of San Rafael is located on a river and has a patio, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in San Rafael.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Rafael, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San Rafael?
To find more details about updating your trip to San Rafael or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in San Rafael?
Apartotel La Cañada is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Rafael.
What are some hotels with pools in San Rafael?
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is a top hotel with an outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking. View all hotels with pools in San Rafael.
What's the best accommodation near Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)?
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. Other options close to the airport are Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose-Airport.
How is it to stay in San Rafael?
Those traveling to San Rafael are sure to enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In San Rafael, there are 12 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about San Rafael.
What is there to see in San Rafael?
A favorite place to visit is Ojo de Agua Spa Park. You'll also find Parque Viva and Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's San Rafael guide.
What's the weather like in San Rafael?
The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 69°F. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 38 inches of rainfall.